Air compressor failure due to debris in intake
Defect Summary
Tiffin motorhomes, inc. (tiffin) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 breeze motorhomes manufactured july 7, 2015, to june 14, 2016. the affected vehicles have air compressors attached to the engine that may fail due to debris from manufacturing being left in the air intake tube.
Safety Consequence
Failure of the air compressor may result in the inability to maintain air pressure while driving which would cause the parking brake to set unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Tiffin will notify owners, and cummins certified technicians will inspect the air compressor for debris. engines with no damage will have a new air intake tube installed. Engines with foreign material damage will be repaired by a cummins certified technician, and have the air intake tube, charge air cooler, and air filter replaced. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began on august 11, 2016. owners may contact tiffin customer service at 1-256-356-8661. tiffin's number for this recall is tif-101.
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FAQ: Recall 16V562000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V562000?
NHTSA recall 16V562000 was issued by Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. on July 28, 2016. It addresses: Air compressor failure due to debris in intake. The recall affects approximately 67 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V562000 or the manufacturer campaign number TIF-101. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.